Global EV Comparison: GWM ORA 07 GT vs Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC
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General Info
The GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53490. The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | GWM ORA 07 GT | Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Hungary |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €53490 | €59000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €45750 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…).
| Property | GWM ORA 07 GT | Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 671 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 520 km | 773 km |
| Range (GCC) | 442 km | 633 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 86 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 83.5 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 13.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.29 km/kWh | 7.45 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 10 |
Charging
The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | GWM ORA 07 GT | Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 88 kW | 320 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 8.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | GWM ORA 07 GT | Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 260 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 349 hp |
| Motor Torque | 680 Nm | 515 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.6 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...).
The GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | GWM ORA 07 GT | Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4871 mm | 4723 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2021 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1862 mm | 1855 mm |
| Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...), but the GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the GWM ORA 07 GT (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | GWM ORA 07 GT | Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2210 kg | 2135 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 333 l | 405 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1045 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 101 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.2 |
